Lift Kits in Ohio
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Ohio caps bumper heights at 22 inches for passenger cars and 24–31 inches for other vehicles by weight class.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
What the law says
ORC 4513.021 with OAC 4501-43-04: passenger vehicles 22/22 in; others 24/26 (≤4,500 GVWR), 27/29 (4,501–7,500), 28/31 (7,501–10,000) front/rear.
Specific Limits
- Bumper max cars
- 22 in
- Bumper max others
- 24–31 in by GVWR
Frequently Asked Questions
Are lift kits legal in Ohio?
Ohio caps bumper heights at 22 inches for passenger cars and 24–31 inches for other vehicles by weight class.
What are the exact lift kits limits in Ohio?
Bumper max cars: 22 in. Bumper max others: 24–31 in by GVWR. Source: Ohio Rev. Code § 4513.021; OAC 4501-43-04.
Street-legal lift kits picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in Ohio.
Leveling kit (2–2.5″)
A modest lift that stays under most state frame- and bumper-height limits.
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Going taller? Check your state's bumper and frame height caps before you order.
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